2011 Hyundai Tucson vs. 2013 Ford E-Series
To start off, 2013 Ford E-Series is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Hyundai Tucson. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Hyundai Tucson would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Ford E-Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford E-Series (252 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2011 Hyundai Tucson. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford E-Series should accelerate faster than 2011 Hyundai Tucson. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford E-Series weights approximately 384 kg more than 2011 Hyundai Tucson. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Ford E-Series is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2013 Ford E-Series. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai Tucson, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2013 Ford E-Series (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Hyundai Tucson. (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Ford E-Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Hyundai Tucson.
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2011 Hyundai Tucson | 2013 Ford E-Series | |
Make | Hyundai | Ford |
Model | Tucson | E-Series |
Year Released | 2011 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2400 cc | 5400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 474 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 25 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1453 kg | 1837 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4399 mm | 5504 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1821 mm | 2017 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1684 mm | 2111 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2639 mm | 3505 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.6 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 21.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 150 L |